RN or LPN - Wound Clinic - Full Time - Dayshift

Meritus Health External • Hagerstown, MD

1d • $26 - $54

About The Position

Now Hiring for RN or LPN to work in our Wound Clinic! Full Time - 80 hrs. Biweekly, Mon. - Fri., Shifts Between: 6am - 5pm Meritus Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Wound Care team. This role supports both inpatient and outpatient wound care services , providing comprehensive assessment, treatment, and management of complex wounds. The Wound Care Nurse plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the organization’s wound care needs while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

Requirements

• Graduation from an approved nursing program (ASN required, BSN preferred for RNs)
• Minimum of three years of experience providing medical/surgical nursing care; experience in advanced wound care diagnoses, treatment methods and supplies
• Current license to practice in the State of Maryland as an RN or LPN.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• critical thinking and problem solving
• effective time management
• flexibility in work environment
• intermediate computer/keyboard skills
• ability to assume responsibilities beyond patient care
• Possess the ability to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/department’s policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive wound assessments and develop individualized care plans
• Provide treatment and management of acute, chronic, and complex wounds
• Support wound care needs across multiple departments within the medical center
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary team members
• Educate patients and caregivers on wound care management, prevention, and healing strategies
• Monitor patient progress and provide follow-up care in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Assist with coordination of care and documentation in accordance with clinical standards

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one
• 401k plan
• an education assistance program
• an employee assistance program
• employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees